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Turbo_Spool900 · 10-02-2010, 06:47 PM

This shot was one of my first in low light at low shutter speeds. I wanted to see what some you thought of it and what all I can do to improve as far as composition, colors and subject. When shooting bands with people moving, it's quite hard to find the right angles. Any pointers? Thanks!

JohnBee · 10-02-2010, 07:14 PM

Depending on what you're after, you might try capturing some action(expression) in the shot.
Other than that, I think it really comes down to what you're trying to convey with your subject. ie. type of music, band or artist personality etc.

Super A-wesome · 10-03-2010, 05:51 PM

All the tchnical aspects are good, composed well, but the subject isn't really showing any emotion which makes the photo kinda uninteresting. Try to get up close and shoot from a lower angle if you can, and try and capture it during something interesting, like a solo. Also, experiment with Tv mode. Try to get a shutter speed that shows motion, but still keeps the scene fairly sharp.

digadv · 10-03-2010, 06:12 PM

The light source is quite harsh and below the subject (usually not recommended). Try bouncing the flash off of a close white surface if available. Also, the subject is very static. Try to bend any and every joint, making sure it is not on the same plane as it's compliment. I hope that makes sense.

icywarm · 10-04-2010, 07:36 AM

It reminds me of a punk rock photo from the garage band days... early greenday type stuff... his face says... whatever... I play guitar... the taped bedsheet to the roof says garage gig... the static figure adds to the over-all figure... I enjoy the framing... a little off, creates some drama with the shadow being projected up high...

I think you wanted that strumming hand... if so you need to slow the shutter speed a bit... you are almost there, and with a stationary subject... you should be able to get his body sharp and his hand blurred...

Turbo_Spool900 · 10-04-2010, 08:39 AM

Thanks for the replies!

The static-ness of the photo is a reflection of his presence while he's playing (if that makes any sense at all). He doesn't move around a lot or do "theatrics", but plays well and with energy. But as I learned in English: if you have to explain it to your reader you're doing something wrong.

QFish · 10-05-2010, 02:21 PM

I would just cut the bottom of that monitor and shadow above his head to make composition stronger

10-02-2010, 06:47 PM	#1
Turbo_Spool900 Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Santa Clara, CA Posts: 61	The Guitarist Lens: 18-55mm kit Camera: K-x ISO: 1600 This shot was one of my first in low light at low shutter speeds. I wanted to see what some you thought of it and what all I can do to improve as far as composition, colors and subject. When shooting bands with people moving, it's quite hard to find the right angles. Any pointers? Thanks!

10-03-2010, 05:51 PM	#3
Super A-wesome Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 94	All the tchnical aspects are good, composed well, but the subject isn't really showing any emotion which makes the photo kinda uninteresting. Try to get up close and shoot from a lower angle if you can, and try and capture it during something interesting, like a solo. Also, experiment with Tv mode. Try to get a shutter speed that shows motion, but still keeps the scene fairly sharp. Last edited by Super A-wesome; 10-03-2010 at 05:57 PM. Reason: Added some tips

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10-02-2010, 07:14 PM	#2
JohnBee Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Newrfoundland Photos: Albums Posts: 4,667	Depending on what you're after, you might try capturing some action(expression) in the shot. Other than that, I think it really comes down to what you're trying to convey with your subject. ie. type of music, band or artist personality etc.

10-03-2010, 06:12 PM	#4
digadv Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Dallas Posts: 52	The light source is quite harsh and below the subject (usually not recommended). Try bouncing the flash off of a close white surface if available. Also, the subject is very static. Try to bend any and every joint, making sure it is not on the same plane as it's compliment. I hope that makes sense.

10-04-2010, 07:36 AM	#5
icywarm Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Saskatchewan Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,278	It reminds me of a punk rock photo from the garage band days... early greenday type stuff... his face says... whatever... I play guitar... the taped bedsheet to the roof says garage gig... the static figure adds to the over-all figure... I enjoy the framing... a little off, creates some drama with the shadow being projected up high... I think you wanted that strumming hand... if so you need to slow the shutter speed a bit... you are almost there, and with a stationary subject... you should be able to get his body sharp and his hand blurred...

10-04-2010, 08:39 AM	#6
Turbo_Spool900 Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Santa Clara, CA Posts: 61 Original Poster	Thanks for the replies! The static-ness of the photo is a reflection of his presence while he's playing (if that makes any sense at all). He doesn't move around a lot or do "theatrics", but plays well and with energy. But as I learned in English: if you have to explain it to your reader you're doing something wrong.

10-05-2010, 02:21 PM	#7
QFish Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: New York Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 37	I would just cut the bottom of that monitor and shadow above his head to make composition stronger